A server device of a communication system provides a web interface to allow a user to modify user interface settings and contact information. The server device communicates the modified settings and contact information to the mobile communication device via a wireless communication network. Accordingly, the user can conveniently configure user interface settings, such as ring tones, alarm settings, or the like, via a web interface, rather than through a cumbersome interface at the mobile communication device. In addition, the user interface settings are communicated to the mobile communication device via the same wireless communication network that carries voice data. Thus, the user interface of the mobile communication device, as well as the stored contact information, can be updated without requiring the user to connect the device to a computer.
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1. A method, comprising: providing an interface program, using a server device, to receive a plurality of updates corresponding to a plurality of programmable user interface features and a stored contact list of a mobile communication device upon receiving a request to update the mobile communication device, the plurality of programmable user interface features including a ring tone setting, a volume setting, an alarm setting, and a game setting, the plurality of programmable user interface features being updated with a video data and updating the mobile communication device, using the server device, with the received plurality of updates, the server device maintaining previous versions of the programmable user interface features to enable a recall of any of the previous versions of the programmable user interface features, the recall being necessitated by at least one of an accidental change or a data corruption; wherein the interface program is a web interface including a contact information panel, a ring tone menu button, and alarm menu button, a game menu, and a calendar menu, the contact information panel including a name column to display a name information and a phone number column to display a phone number corresponding to the name information, the contact information panel enabling an entry of a new contact information and an adjustment to an existing contact information.
A server manages mobile device settings by providing a web interface where a user can modify settings like ringtone, volume, alarm, and game preferences, and also update the device's contact list. When an update request is received, the server pushes the changes to the mobile device via a wireless network. The server keeps previous versions of these settings to allow reverting to an older configuration if a change is accidental or data gets corrupted. The web interface includes a contact information panel with name and phone number fields, plus menu buttons for ringtones, alarms, games, and a calendar. The contact panel allows adding new contacts or modifying existing ones. These user interface features can be updated with video data.
2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the game setting includes a customizable mobile game setting.
The method described where the server manages mobile device settings, includes the game setting being a customizable mobile game configuration. The user can change preferences relating to a game via the web interface, and those preferences are sent to the mobile device along with other changes like ringtone and contact list modifications.
3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of programmable user interface features further includes a screen brightness setting.
The method described where the server manages mobile device settings, further includes a screen brightness setting among the user interface features managed via the web interface, along with ringtone, volume, alarm, game settings and contact list.
4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the request is received in response to an expiration of a defined period of time.
In the method where the server manages mobile device settings, the request to update the mobile device settings is triggered automatically after a specified duration. Instead of a manual update request, the process occurs regularly, ensuring devices are kept up-to-date.
5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the request is received from the mobile communication device.
In the method where the server manages mobile device settings, the request to update the mobile device settings originates from the mobile device itself. The mobile device initiates the process of retrieving the latest settings from the server.
6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the request is received via a wireless communication network.
In the method where the server manages mobile device settings, the request to update the mobile device settings is sent to the server using a wireless communication network. This allows the mobile device to initiate an update over the air, from any location where wireless connectivity is available.
7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the receiving of the request comprises: receiving an identification information for the mobile communication device; determining a data format based on the identification information; and communicating the plurality of updates to the mobile communication device upon converting the plurality of updates to the data format.
In the method where the server manages mobile device settings, receiving the update request includes these steps: The server receives identification information (e.g., device ID) from the mobile device, determines the appropriate data format for that specific device type based on the ID, converts the updates to that format, and then sends the formatted updates to the mobile device. This ensures compatibility across different devices. The converted updates are communicated via a wide area network.
8. A method, comprising: providing an interface program, using a server device, to receive a plurality of updates corresponding to a plurality of programmable user interface features of a plurality of mobile communication devices, the plurality of programmable user interface features including a ring tone setting, a volume setting, an alarm setting, and a game setting, the plurality of programmable user interface features being updated with a video data; and updating the plurality of mobile communication devices, using the server device, with the received plurality of updates, the server device maintaining previous versions of the programmable user interface features to enable a recall of any of the previous versions of the programmable user interface features, the recall being necessitated by at least one of an accidental change or a data corruption; wherein the interface program is a web interface including a contact information panel, a ring tone menu button, and alarm menu button, a game menu, and a calendar menu, the contact information panel including a name column to display a name information and a phone number column to display a phone number corresponding to the name information, the contact information panel enabling an entry of a new contact information and an adjustment to an existing contact information.
A server manages settings for multiple mobile devices via a web interface. Users can change settings like ringtone, volume, alarm, and game preferences, and update contact information for each device. When an update is initiated, the server pushes the changes to all specified mobile devices over a wireless network. The server stores previous versions of the settings, allowing users to revert to earlier configurations in case of accidental changes or data corruption. The web interface has a contact information panel with name and number fields and menu buttons for ringtones, alarms, games, and calendar. The contact panel allows adding or modifying contacts. These user interface features can be updated with video data.
9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the plurality of mobile communication devices comprises a first mobile communication device and a second mobile communication device.
The method of managing settings for multiple mobile devices via a server includes managing settings for at least two devices, a first mobile device and a second mobile device, independently.
10. The method of claim 9 , wherein communicating the plurality of updates further comprises: determining a second device type associated with the second mobile communication device; converting the plurality of updates to a second data format to determine a second converted plurality of updates, the second data format being based on the second device type; and communicating the second converted plurality of updates to the wireless communication network.
The method of managing settings for multiple mobile devices via a server includes the step of determining a second device type associated with the second mobile device; converting the updates to a data format compatible with the second mobile device; and communicating the converted data over a wireless communication network. This ensures the data can be understood by the second mobile device.
11. A method, comprising: communicating to a mobile communication device, using a server device, a plurality of updates corresponding to a plurality of programmable user interface features and a stored contact list of a mobile communication device, the plurality of programmable user interface features including a ring tone setting, a volume setting, an alarm setting, and a game setting, the plurality of programmable user interface features being updated with a video data; and implementing, using the server device, the plurality of updates on the mobile communication device, the server device maintaining previous versions of the programmable user interface features to enable a recall of any of the previous versions of the programmable user interface features, the recall being necessitated by at least one of an accidental change or a data corruption; wherein the plurality of updates are specified using an interface program provided by the server device, the interface program including a contact information panel, a ring tone menu button, and alarm menu button, a game menu, and a calendar menu, the contact information panel including a name column to display a name information and a phone number column to display a phone number corresponding to the name information, the contact information panel enabling an entry of a new contact information and an adjustment to an existing contact information.
A server communicates and applies user interface settings to a mobile device. The server sends updates for ringtone, volume, alarm, and game preferences, as well as contact lists, via a wireless network. The server stores previous versions of these settings, allowing users to revert to earlier configurations if needed. These settings are specified through a web interface provided by the server, which includes a contact panel for adding/editing contacts, and menu options for ringtones, alarms, games, and calendar. The contact information panel includes a name column and a phone number column. These user interface features can be updated with video data.
12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the plurality of updates are communicated to the mobile communication device in response to an expiration of a defined period of time.
The method of a server communicating user interface settings to a mobile device occurs when the defined time period has expired. An update happens automatically and is not based on any manual update.
13. The method of claim 11 , wherein the plurality of updates are communicated to the mobile communication device in response to a user interaction with the mobile communication device.
The method of a server communicating user interface settings to a mobile device occurs when a user interacts with the mobile communication device and takes action on it. An update is triggered manually by the user of the mobile communication device.
14. A system, comprising: a mobile communication device; and a server device in communication with the mobile communication device, the server device performing functions including: providing an interface program to receive a plurality of updates corresponding to a plurality of programmable user interface features and a stored contact list of a mobile communication device upon receiving a request to update the mobile communication device, the plurality of programmable user interface features including a ring tone setting, a volume setting, an alarm setting, and a game setting, the plurality of programmable user interface features being updated with a video data; and updating the mobile communication device with the received plurality of updates, the server device maintaining previous versions of the programmable user interface features to enable a recall of any of the previous versions of the programmable user interface features, the recall being necessitated by at least one of an accidental change or a data corruption; wherein the interface program is a web interface including a contact information panel, a ring tone menu button, and alarm menu button, a game menu, and a calendar menu, the contact information panel including a name column to display a name information and a phone number column to display a phone number corresponding to the name information, the contact information panel enabling an entry of a new contact information and an adjustment to an existing contact information.
A system includes a mobile device and a server that manages its settings. The server provides a web interface for updating settings like ringtone, volume, alarm, game preferences, and contact lists. Upon request, the server pushes these updates to the mobile device. The server keeps previous versions of the settings to enable reverting to an older configuration in case of accidental changes or data corruption. The web interface features a contact information panel (with name and number fields) and menu buttons for ringtones, alarms, games, and calendar. These user interface features can be updated with video data.
15. A mobile communication device, comprising: a processor; and an input device in communication with the processor to perform functions including: receiving from a server device an interface program, the interface program being a web interface having a plurality of panels for a plurality of programmable user interface features and a contact list, the plurality of programmable user interface features including a ring tone setting, a volume setting, an alarm setting, and a game setting, the contact information panel including a name column to display a name information and a phone number column to display a phone number corresponding to the name information, the contact information panel enabling an entry of a new contact information and an adjustment to an existing contact information; and inputting a plurality of updates corresponding to the plurality of programmable user interface features and the contact list of the mobile communication device, the plurality of programmable user interface features being updated with a video data, the inputted plurality of updates being received at the server device; wherein the server device maintains previous versions of the programmable user interface features to enable a recall of any of the previous versions of the programmable user interface features, the recall being necessitated by at least one of an accidental change or a data corruption.
A mobile device allows users to manage settings and contact lists through a web interface received from a server. The interface has panels for settings like ringtone, volume, alarm, games, and a contact list. Users input updates, and these are sent to the server. The server maintains previous versions of the settings for reverting if necessary. The contact information panel includes a name column and a phone number column. The plurality of programmable user interface features can be updated with video data.
16. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of programmable user interface features is further updated with at least one of a picture data or a music data.
The method described where the server manages mobile device settings, includes updating the user interface features with picture data and/or music data in addition to video data.
17. The method of claim 7 , wherein the converted plurality of updates is communicated via a wide area network.
The method described where the server manages mobile device settings, involves communicating the converted plurality of updates via a wide area network (WAN).
18. The method of claim 8 , wherein the plurality of programmable user interface features is further updated with at least one of a picture data or a music data.
The method described where the server manages settings for multiple mobile devices, includes updating the user interface features with picture data and/or music data in addition to video data.
19. The method of claim 9 , wherein communicating the plurality of updates comprises: determining a first device type associated with the first mobile communication device; converting the plurality of updates to a first data format to determine a first converted plurality of updates, the first data format being based on the first device type; and communicating the first converted plurality of updates to the wireless communication network.
In the method of managing settings for multiple mobile devices, the first mobile device's data format is determined. Updates are converted, and sent over a wireless network to the first device. This allows a server to manage multiple devices by adapting the data to each device.
20. The method of claim 11 , wherein the plurality of programmable user interface features is further updated with at least one of a picture data or a music data.
The method described where the server manages a mobile device settings, includes updating the user interface features with picture data and/or music data in addition to video data.
21. The system of claim 14 , wherein the plurality of programmable user interface features is further updated with at least one of a picture data or a music data.
The system described where a server manages mobile devices' settings, includes updating the user interface features with picture data and/or music data in addition to video data.
22. The system of claim 14 , wherein the plurality of updates are communicated to the mobile communication device via a wide area network.
The system where the server manages mobile device settings, communicates the updates to the mobile communication device through a wide area network (WAN).
23. The mobile communication device of claim 15 , wherein the plurality of programmable user interface features is further updated with at least one of a picture data or a music data.
In the mobile communication device setup, the plurality of programmable user interface features are further updated with picture data and/or music data in addition to video data.
24. The mobile communication device of claim 15 , wherein the programmable user interface features further includes a screen brightness setting.
In the mobile communication device setup, the user interface settings also include screen brightness, allowing it to be controlled through the management system, in addition to ringtone, volume, alarm, and game settings.
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